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Top-Rated Generator install pros in Lafayette - Updated Nov 2026

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Endrite Electrical LLC
5.0(
8
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Lafayette, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Offers commercial services

"Dario and his team were responsive from the first engagement. It was easy to schedule with them and get a detailed estimate. Onsite, they walked through the work, were clean and timely. All work was completed and exceeded expectation. Definitely would highly recommend for any electrical project."
Response time2 hrs
AEM Electric, LLC
5.0(
4
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Lafayette, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a job i needed done and they came in with lowest bid. I hired them and they did an excellent job. Help out doing the permits. They where fast and left the job site clean. They are licensed electrician so you can be confident your getting your moneys worth. Will definetely hire them in future jobs."
New kitchen lights
Island lighting
Fixtures
Work
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+38

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Gold Medal Service, LLC (NY)
3.7(
419
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Lafayette, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems make your house livable. One minor issue with any of these systems can put your home at a standstill. In case you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, know that you can count on Gold Medal Service. For over 24 years, our company has been based out of East Brunswick and taking care of the homes of New Jersey residents through our top-quality plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to address even the most mind-boggling issues of your in-home equipment. From repairs, installations, and upgrades, our technicians are known for getting the job done right every time. We also provide upfront pricing with a full description of the service before commencing work to avoid any surprises down the line. \n

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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Simmz Electrical
5.0(
1
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Lafayette, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Joe from Simmz Electrical was very skilled, charged a fair price and was great to work with. He did a wonderful job, worked very carefully and was very neat. He communicated with us quickly; is very reliable and prompt. We felt comfortable with him in our home; he is now our go to guy for anything electrical. Lucky find"
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Generator Install FAQs, answered by experts

The average cost to install a home generator is $5,200, but total costs can range from $500 to $18,000 or more. The final price depends on several factors, including the generator's size, type, brand, fuel source, and the cost of labor and assembly. The generator's size is the most significant cost factor, as units that can power larger homes with higher energy demands cost more.

Cost breakdowns by generator type are typically as follows:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500–$2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000–$6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000–$18,000

To ensure you get the right size unit for your needs without overpaying, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes from qualified installers to find the best fit for your budget.

Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

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